Government Relations Analyst

• Monitor and analyze local and national government policies and trends that may impact the organization’s operations.
• Support in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of key data on pertinent Sub-Saharan African countries.
• Input key data on government relationships into the database and project trackers.
• Build and maintain relationships with key government officials and stakeholders.
• Represent the organization in meetings with government officials and other stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on government affairs-related issues.
• Develop and implement strategies to influence government policies and decisions to benefit the organization.
• Collaborate with other departments within the organization to ensure alignment with government policies and regulations.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in government relations.

Qualifications, Skills and Experiences

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, Public Policy, International Relations, International Development or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of Sub-Saharan African politics, economics and social trends and current events
• Strong writing, reading and research ability

Personal Attributes

• Excellent social and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly organized and self-motivated, with excellent time management skills and an ability to think proactively, and who can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Curious by nature and persistent in obtaining and validating new information.